Month: May 2013

National Grades finals took place at the University of Wolverhampton’s Walsall Sports Centre on 18th and 19th May 2013. Sophia Clark (Grade 7) and Anastasija Minina (Grade 6) made their individual debuts at National Level. Their performance was significantly improved from the Zone Grades and Anastasija Minina ranked in the top 10 positions. Sophie Clarke had 8th position(Ball). Congratulations to our girls and their coach Jana Rudova.

It is great when children can meet a role model and be inspired by a champion. And that is exactly what happened for Florence Hodge and Sophia Clark, seen her posing with Frankie. Frankie Jones is five time British champion, and has represented Britain at the 2012 Olympic Games.

A & V Rhythmic Gymnastics Club took place in Mini Champs 2013 on 27th April at the City of Canterbury Rhythmic gymnastics Club.

75 gymnasts competedat the Mini Champs competition, all in their age groups: 2006, 2005, 2004 and 2003. They were not divided by ability, training hours or experience. Some of the gymnasts were in their very first competition to gain valuable experience and enjoying performing in front of audience, others, were alreadyseasoned competitors. A&V participated with a total of 10 gymnasts, for 6 of them this was their first competition. Nevertheless our team has made our club proud receiving 4 medals.

We are very pleased to find out that both of our gymnasts Sophia Clark (Grade 7) and Anastasija MininaNastya and Sophia 1 (Grade 6) were qualified to take part in National Grades Finals. The competition will take place at the University of Wolverhampton’s Walsall Sports Centre on 18th and 19th May 2013. Their coach – Jana Rudova deserves congratulations for such excellent result.